Family Preference Green Card in Tampa
Family members who are eligible for a green card based on their relationship fall into two groups. Immigration authorities refer to these groups as “immediate relative categories” and “family preference categories.”
Only a limited number of permanent immigrant visas are issued each year for applicants in the family preference categories, so many applicants have a long wait to complete the process. It is critical to document your eligibility correctly and avoid mistakes that could cause further delays or result in a denial.
When you work with a dedicated immigration attorney at American Dream® Law Office, we help you navigate the process to present your best evidence and avoid pitfalls so you can obtain your green card as efficiently as possible.
Categories for Family Preference Visas
To get a green card identifying you as a lawful permanent resident (LPR) of the U.S., you need to apply for and receive a family preference immigrant visa. There are five categories of family preference visas ranked in order of priority. Relatives of U.S. citizens have greater priority and more opportunities than relatives of LPRs (green card holders). Age, marital status, and closeness of the family relationship also affect your eligibility for particular categories.
Family preference visas can be granted to:
- F1–Unmarried adult children (age 21 or older) of U.S. citizens
- F2A—Spouses and unmarried minor children (under age 21) of LPRs
- F2B—Unmarried adult children of LPRs
- F3—Married children of U.S. citizens
- F4—Brothers and sisters of adult U.S. citizens
Note that unmarried minor children, parents, and spouses of U.S. citizens rank even higher than these categories because they are considered “immediate relatives.” If you apply for a visa in a family preference category with a sponsor who is an LPR and your sponsor later becomes a citizen, it is important to have your immigration lawyer contact the agencies processing your application to inform them of the change so that your application can receive higher priority.
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